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J555 DUO

2009 MG Tf

Grey Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Oct 2026
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

41,072 mi
Last recorded41,072 miles
Recorded on1 Oct 2025
Typical for 2009 MG Tf29,014 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ555 DUO
MakeMG
ModelTf
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Oct 2025 41,072 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2024 40,414 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2023 39,208 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2022 38,353 miles
Fail 7 Oct 2022 38,353 miles

Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect OS and NS (4.1.2 (c))

Pass 27 Sep 2021 36,656 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2020 35,782 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2019 33,209 miles

Nearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 26 Apr 2018 29,771 miles
Pass 18 May 2017 23,266 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2016 21,442 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2015 18,382 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2014 14,234 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2013 9,579 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2012 4,988 miles

How Reliable is the MG Tf?

Based on 475,348 MOT tests across 28,732 vehicles.

72.8%
Pass Rate
2,413
Miles/Year
24
Year Lifespan
28,732
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 17,890
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 17,830
Track rod end ball joint has excessive play 17,226
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 11,638
parking brake recording little or no effort 9,951
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J555 DUO is a 2009 MG Tf in Grey with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

Across all 2009 MG Tf models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.1% with a typical mileage of 29,014 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a MG Tf fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 17,890 recorded failures. If you're considering buying J555 DUO, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The MG Tf typically stays on UK roads for around 24 years. At 17 years old, this MG Tf is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of J555 DUO?

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What year was J555 DUO registered?

J555 DUO is a 2009 MG Tf, first registered on 22 June 2009.

Is J555 DUO safe to buy?

The MOT history for J555 DUO shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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